Alapark Events
Park: Lake Guntersville
History Hike: Kings Chapel Cemetery
When: 10/24/2026 at 04:00 PMMeeting Place: Trailhead Parking Lot (34.38480N, 86.20628W)
Step into the past on this hike through history along the Kings Chapel trail.
Park: Chewacla
Apple Cider Social Hike
When: 10/24/2026 at 05:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Join us at Chewacla for a cup of apple cider and a guided stroll through our fall leaves!
Park: Oak Mountain
Creepy Crafting
When: 10/25/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Get into the Halloween spirit with crafting!
Park: Gulf
Night & Day Birds of Prey
When: 10/26/2026 at 01:00 PMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Join us at the Nature Center for an interactive experience with our birds of prey.
Park: Gulf
Discover Gulf Oak Ridge
When: 10/27/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf Oak Ridge Trailhead
Accompany a park naturalist on a leisurely walk through this beautiful maritime forest!
Park: Gulf
Explore the Shore
When: 10/28/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion
Rediscover the beach by learning about the coastal plants and animals that thrive in this unique ecosystem!
Park: Frank Jackson
All About Weather - Frank Jackson Nature School
When: 10/28/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Boat Ramp Pavilion
Curious about how weather works? Join us at Frank Jackson as we learn all about weather through experiments!
Park: Frank Jackson
Owl Pellet Exploration - Frank Jackson Nature School
When: 10/28/2026 at 12:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Boat Ramp Pavilion
This lesson will cover bird biology and include a guided owl pellet dissection!
Park: Cheaha
Homeschool Series: Signs of Fall
When: 10/29/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Interpretive Center
Welcome to our Homeschool Series! A deep dive on topics related to ecology, biology, zoology, history, and more!
Fees may apply.
Park: Gulf
Little Park Pals: Pumpkin Playtime
When: 10/29/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Bring your tot to enjoy a fun pumpkin-themed story, planting activity, and craft!
Park: Gulf
Guided Pier Walk
When: 10/30/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier
Discover the unique connection between our coastal community and ecosystem during this guided tour of the Pier!
Park: Rickwood Caverns
Frightful Fridays: Junior Ranger Spooktacular!
When: 10/30/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Celebrate the spooky season with a snack as you learn about Jr. Ranger & then brave the dark with a cavern glow tour!
Fees may apply.
Park: Gulf
Spook Walk October 30th
When: 10/30/2026 at 05:00 PMMeeting Place: Pendergrass Trail
Gulf State Park's Pendergrass Trail Spook Walk, 5-8PM of spook-tacular fun!
Park: Chewacla
Eye Spy-der
When: 10/30/2026 at 06:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Bring your flashlights and join us on a walk to find spider eyes in the dark!
Park: DeSoto
Park After Dark Fireside Chat
When: 10/30/2026 at 07:00 PMA laid-back evening around the campfire with s'mores, good conversation, and the serene sounds of nature.